General Program
Gain a broad understanding of the forensic psychology field and how its principles are applied in a range of settings from correctional institutions to court systems to community-based programs. In this specialization, select electives that will build your knowledge of how forensic psychology professionals work within the legal system and in community-based programs with an emphasis on preventing and reducing criminal behavior.
Completion Requirements
- 56 total quarter credit hours
- Foundation course (1 cr.)
- Core courses (30 cr.)
- Specialization courses (20 cr.)
- Capstone or Field Experience (5 cr.)
Estimated time to completion is 1.5 years. Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment adviser at 1-866-492-5336.
Curriculum
The courses are delivered in a prescribed sequence. Each quarter includes two concurrent 12-week courses.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| Quarter 1 | ||
| PSYC 6001 | Foundations for Graduate Study in Psychology | 1 |
| FPSY 6101 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 2 | ||
| FPSY 6720 | Abnormal Behavior | 5 |
| FPSY 6115 | Understanding Forensic Psychology Research | 5 |
| Quarter 3 | ||
| FPSY 6125 | Assessment in Forensic Psychology Settings | 5 |
| FPSY 6135 | Criminal Behavior | 5 |
| Quarter 4 | ||
| FPSY 6145 | Ethical Issues and Professional Responsibilities in Forensic Psychology | 5 |
| FPSY 6511 | Treatment of Forensic Populations | 5 |
| Quarter 5 | ||
| PSYC 6520 | Psychology in the Courts | 5 |
| FPSY 6521 | Police Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 6 | ||
| Elective (FPSY 6512 or FPSY 6530) | 5 | |
| Capstone Course or Field Experience | 5 |
For students interested in assessment and treatment of forensic populations and in the delivery of traditional mental health services to populations served by the legal system, Walden offers a Forensic Counseling specialization in its M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program. To learn more about this specialization and view the course descriptions, visit.
For assistance in deciding which online degree specialization fits your goals, request information or speak with an enrollment advisor by calling 1-866-492-5336. A list of international toll-free phone numbers is available for students outside the United States.
Note on licensure:
The M.S. in Forensic Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional.
